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Helmsman

Steer the vessel with precision, following the Captain's orders while collaborating with navigation officers to ensure safe maritime operations.

35 000 – 85 000 USD ($)
Average salary / year
High school diploma or equivalent
Education level
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Automation level
Medium
Difficulty
Stable
Employability
1-3 years
Market tension
Moderate
Intl. mobility
Rare
Automation level
Medium
Difficulty
Stable
Employability
1-3 years
Market tension
Moderate
Intl. mobility
Rare
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Compensation

GROSS ANNUAL SALARY

Junior
0–2 years of experience
35 000 – 45 000 USD/ year
Mid-level
3–5 years of experience
46 000 – 60 000 USD/ year
Senior
5+ years of experience
61 000 – 85 000 USD/ year

Indicative amounts: they vary by region, employer, skills and experience.

Entering the profession — United States

Entry is often through maritime academies or apprenticeship programs; prior experience as deckhand is advantageous.

Training — United States

Training typically involves maritime academy courses or coast guard certification programs focusing on navigation and ship handling.

The job market — United States

The job market is stable with demand in commercial shipping and passenger transport; automation may impact some tasks.

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How to train for this job

Programmes suggested by Ulydia to enter this profession.

Marine Transportation
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Marine Transportation
Divers Institute of TechnologySeattle
Certificate

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